Capital City, Small - Town Charm
The Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center is located right in the heart of a bustling city center-with friendly locals, delicious food, and great shopping all within walking distance.
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Floor Plan and Facilities Guide
Our modern facility includes a large exhibit hall, a spacious ballroom, and numerous meeting rooms that can be customized to accommodate your group’s needs.
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“ The answer is yes, now what is the question? This is the attitude that greeted us from, our site visit to execution for our event in Columbia. When we had challenges we wanted to accomplish the [ECSC Sports team] in Columbia found answers and onsite their team could not have been more attentive. From the Chef creating specialty meals to Operations putting up signage, the team [at the Convention Center] was as enthusiastic about our program as we are. We cannot wait to return to Columbia with an event in the future. ”
- Lou Mengsol, US Sports Congress
“ You were both extremely patient and helpful from start to finish and the catering and A/V team were great. We received excellent feedback... This was my first time working with CMCC and I look forward to our next opportunity to host an event there. ”
- Erin Hedgecock, South Carolina Department of Commerce
“ On behalf of the SNA-SC executive board, I wanted to reach out and say thank you [to the CMCC] for your help planning the 67th Annual State Convention... We were blown away by how wonderful everyone was at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center! ”
- Clare Buck, South Carolina Student Nurses' Association
“ I was very pleased with how our event was carried out on [the CMCC] end. Virtually seamless! And I truly appreciated how responsive the entire staff was regarding last minute issues/needs that popped up. ”
- Cassie Barber, South Carolina First Steps to School Readiness
“ [The CMCC staff] were absolutely wonderful to work with! They executed our conference with professionalism and exceptional customer care. All CMCC components provided seamless support for our event. They went even further in helping us redesign the Exhibit Hall set-up to better meet the needs of our guests. We are indeed grateful for the support and enthusiasm in helping us to launch a successful conference! ”
- Renaye S. Long, SC Housing
“ We had a lot of variables for our event [that] were handled with 'we can do this' attitudes. The tables were beautifully set and the staff was helpful and diligent to meet our request of leaving the room when the program started. [They were] always available to us and able to help regardless of our needs. [They] made the night so much easier! ”
- Debby Jones, Crossover Banquet 2017
“ I book conventions and trade shows all over the US. I have to say that I was most impressed with the choices, quality, pricing and food service at the concession stand. It was heads above some of the larger cities I have booked. The building and the grounds were clean and neat and the ecology people were on the job. ”
- Margie Nolting, HelmsBriscoe, March 2018
“ I have to say I have been promoting shows for 10 years…I cannot say enough about [the CMCC] staff come showtime and the day before. Every need was met and it was very smooth whenever there was any issue! ”
- Kevin DeHaven, KD Promotions, April 2018
“ Everyone that assisted us was extremely courteous and helpful. The staff made our event enjoyable for our attendees and our staff alike! We truly didn't have to worry about a thing the whole day. Any questions we had were answered immediately, and any changes we needed to make on site were dealt with efficiently and expediently. We can't wait to come back for our next event! ”
- Erin Hughes, SC School Boards Association February 2018
“ This year was fantastic at the Convention Center! Everything went perfectly! [Our Event Manager] went so far above and beyond for us as a group and for me personally. Her professionalism and thoughtfulness are one of a kind... I also truly appreciate the huge amount of effort that went into the food and beverage options. The options that were available to our clients were perfect and the staffing was spot on. ”
- Felicia Taylor, Dancemakers February 2018
Upcoming Events
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30
Jun
2022
June 30, 2022
1. Reception hall will have displays of historical pictures of the Civil Rights Movement from 1964- 1972 by photographer Cecil Williams and the UofSC Center for Civil Rights. 2. Greetings from the SC
Ballroom A, B, and C
Sat
09
Jul
2022
July 9, 2022
Mon
11
Jul
2022
July 11, 2022 - July 14, 2022
Tue
12
Jul
2022
July 12, 2022 - July 13, 2022
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13
Jul
2022
July 13, 2022 - July 15, 2022
Sun
17
Jul
2022
July 17, 2022
The BrideCityShows.com Bridal Expo will be held on July 17, 2022 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. We know how important it is for engaged couples to find the right wedding professionals
Exhibit Hall
Thu
21
Jul
2022
July 21, 2022 - July 23, 2022
Ready ~ Set ~ Grow! Our conference will focus on growing the apiculture industry in South Carolina primarily: Making Colony Increases, Starting/Developing a Bee Business, Managing Honey bee Diseases &
Lower Level: Carolina, Lexington Richland, Congaree
Sat
23
Jul
2022
July 23, 2022
Sat
23
Jul
2022
July 23, 2022
Midlands Women's Day returns to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on Saturday, July 23rd! Join us from 10:00-4:00 pm to get pampered, shop, and have fun with the women in your life. Women's
Upper Level Ballroom/ Registration Area
Thu
28
Jul
2022
July 28, 2022
“I Love Sundays Again!” features educator, innovator and author of Empower, John Spencer as he facilitates and ignites an educational shift that empowers our teachers and students to own their
Thu
28
Jul
2022
July 28, 2022
Earn 6.0 PDH's in five structural engineering seminars and get up to speed on the latest in the industry during the breaks at the Trade Show.
Richland
Thu
04
Aug
2022
August 4, 2022
Wed
10
Aug
2022
August 10, 2022 - August 11, 2022
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13
Aug
2022
August 13, 2022
Sat
13
Aug
2022
August 13, 2022
Sat
20
Aug
2022
August 20, 2022 - August 21, 2022
Year seven and better than ever!!! Soda City Comic Con is the premiere pop culture event in South Carolina, bringing together the best in comics, toys, cosplay, gaming and artists that Columbia has
Tue
23
Aug
2022
August 23, 2022
For more information contact your Geiger Sales Professional or email jmcmaster@geiger.com
Sat
27
Aug
2022
August 27, 2022
Sun
28
Aug
2022
August 28, 2022
Official prelims to Miss Earth USA and Miss Earth Hosted by Amanda Pennecamp Bluestein & Tyler Ryan
Tue
13
Sep
2022
September 13, 2022 - September 14, 2022
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17
Sep
2022
September 17, 2022
Tue
20
Sep
2022
September 20, 2022
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24
Sep
2022
September 24, 2022
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30
Sep
2022
September 30, 2022
Mon
03
Oct
2022
October 3, 2022
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13
Oct
2022
October 13, 2022 - October 14, 2022
Sat
15
Oct
2022
October 15, 2022
Mon
17
Oct
2022
October 17, 2022 - October 20, 2022
Fri
21
Oct
2022
October 21, 2022 - October 23, 2022
Wed
26
Oct
2022
October 26, 2022 - October 27, 2022
Sun
30
Oct
2022
October 30, 2022
Wed
02
Nov
2022
November 2, 2022 - November 5, 2022
Sat
05
Nov
2022
November 5, 2022
Thu
10
Nov
2022
November 10, 2022
Sat
12
Nov
2022
November 12, 2022
Thu
17
Nov
2022
November 17, 2022 - November 18, 2022
Sat
19
Nov
2022
November 19, 2022
Fri
02
Dec
2022
December 2, 2022 - December 4, 2022
Sat
03
Dec
2022
December 3, 2022
Sat
03
Dec
2022
December 3, 2022
Mon
05
Dec
2022
December 5, 2022 - December 7, 2022
Sat
10
Dec
2022
December 10, 2022
Mon
12
Dec
2022
December 12, 2022
Sat
17
Dec
2022
December 17, 2022
Fri
30
Dec
2022
December 30, 2022
Sun
08
Jan
2023
January 8, 2023
Thu
02
Feb
2023
February 2, 2023 - February 4, 2023
Fri
10
Feb
2023
February 10, 2023
Wed
15
Feb
2023
February 15, 2023
Fri
17
Feb
2023
February 17, 2023 - February 19, 2023
Wed
22
Feb
2023
February 22, 2023
Mon
06
Mar
2023
March 6, 2023 - March 7, 2023
This event is the only event of its kind in SC. Exhibits and workshops showcasing assistive technology for people of all ages and all disabilities. The Expo is the go-to source for people with
Fri
17
Mar
2023
March 17, 2023 - March 19, 2023
Tue
21
Mar
2023
March 21, 2023 - March 24, 2023
Wed
22
Mar
2023
March 22, 2023
Sat
25
Mar
2023
March 25, 2023
Tue
28
Mar
2023
March 28, 2023 - March 29, 2023
Fri
21
Apr
2023
April 21, 2023
Fri
28
Apr
2023
April 28, 2023 - April 29, 2023
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01
May
2023
May 1, 2023 - May 19, 2023
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01
May
2023
May 1, 2023
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06
May
2023
May 6, 2023
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15
May
2023
May 15, 2023
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18
May
2023
May 18, 2023
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26
May
2023
May 26, 2023
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12
Jul
2023
July 12, 2023 - July 14, 2023
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20
Sep
2023
September 20, 2023
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16
Nov
2023
November 16, 2023 - November 17, 2023
Tue
09
Jan
2024
January 9, 2024 - January 10, 2024
Thu
08
Feb
2024
February 8, 2024 - February 10, 2024
Fri
16
Feb
2024
February 16, 2024 - February 18, 2024
Fri
19
Apr
2024
April 19, 2024